Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations as our pioneering 2026 Strategic Futurist Lead and architect tomorrow's reality today. We're seeking a visionary thinker to decode emerging trends across AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology, transforming foresight into actionable business strategy. This role sits at the intersection of innovation and commercialization, requiring you to map technological trajectories while aligning them with our 2026 market expansion goals.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to build our future-proof roadmap, leading cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen solutions. The ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, synthesizes complex data into compelling narratives, and possesses the strategic acumen to transform futurist insights into market leadership.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain the 2026 Technology Radar, identifying disruptive forces across 15+ emerging domains
- Design scenario-planning frameworks for 3-5 year strategic horizons
- Lead innovation sprints with R&D teams to prototype 2026-viable solutions
- Present foresight findings to executive stakeholders and investor boards
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and future-focused think tanks
- Author quarterly trend briefs that inform product roadmaps
- Mentor junior futurists in horizon scanning methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or emerging tech leadership
- Proven track record translating future scenarios into commercial strategies
- Expertise in horizon scanning, trend analysis, and scenario planning frameworks
- Strong background in AI/ML, quantum systems, or synthetic biology
- Exceptional storytelling abilities with executive presentation experience
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Strategy, or related field
- Published thought leadership in innovation or technology journals
- Experience scaling innovation initiatives in Fortune 500 environments